Undisputed

Undisputed, a sports title released in 2023, shows a clear performance hierarchy when paired with the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X and AMD Radeon RX 6600. The measured data across three resolutions and four settings presets provides a complete picture of how this combination handles the game, from high-refresh 1080p to demanding 4K output. The results indicate a system that is well-balanced for its target market, with the GPU emerging as the primary scaling factor as resolution increases.

Resolution Scaling

The performance drop from 1920x1080 to 3840x2160 is significant and clearly illustrates where the bottleneck lies. At the Low preset, the average frame rate falls from 210 FPS at 1080p to 96 FPS at 4K, a reduction of 114 FPS, or roughly 54%. This steep decline is a classic sign of GPU-bound rendering, where the RX 6600's compute resources are increasingly strained by the fourfold increase in pixel count. The Ryzen 9 7900X, with its 12 cores and 24 threads, is not the limiting factor in this scenario, as even the lowest preset demands far more from the graphics card than the CPU at higher resolutions.

Moving to the Medium preset, the trend continues. The average FPS drops from 151 at 1080p to 109 at 1440p, and then to 69 at 4K. The step from 1440p to 4K is a 40 FPS loss, a 36.7% decrease. This is a more substantial percentage drop than the 27.8% decrease seen when moving from 1080p to 1440p, suggesting that the GPU is working progressively harder as the pixel count grows. The minimum FPS figures at Medium (128 at 1080p, 93 at 1440p, and 59 at 4K) also scale downwards, showing that not only the average but also the worst-case frame times are affected by the resolution increase.

At the High preset, the scaling pattern is similar but with lower absolute numbers. The average FPS is 125 at 1080p, 90 at 1440p, and 57 at 4K. The transition from 1080p to 1440p results in a 35 FPS loss, while the move from 1440p to 4K results in a 33 FPS loss. This near-linear drop in performance with each step up in resolution is indicative of a consistent load on the GPU's shading units and memory subsystem. The RX 6600's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 128-bit bus, with a bandwidth of 224.0 GB/s, are likely being saturated at the higher resolutions.

The Ultra preset shows the most dramatic scaling, with average FPS falling from 80 at 1080p to 58 at 1440p and then to 37 at 4K. The 4K result is particularly telling, as it falls below the 60 FPS threshold that is often considered the baseline for smooth gameplay. The data strongly suggests that the RX 6600 is the limiting component at 4K, especially on the higher presets. The CPU's role is minimal in these scenarios, as the frame rates are being dictated by the GPU's ability to process the increased pixel workload. The benchmark results confirm that for this title, the resolution scaling is almost entirely a function of GPU performance, with the Ryzen 9 7900X providing ample headroom.

Settings Recommendations

Based on the measured FPS, the optimal settings for this combo depend heavily on the target resolution and desired frame rate. For 1920x1080, the High preset at 125 FPS average is an excellent choice for high-refresh-rate monitors, offering a significant visual upgrade over Medium while still maintaining a frame rate well above 100 FPS. The Ultra preset at 80 FPS is also viable, but the 45 FPS drop from High to Ultra suggests diminishing returns for the visual fidelity gained. For competitive play or maximum smoothness, the Low preset at 210 FPS provides the highest headroom, but the visual compromise is substantial.

At 2560x1440, the Medium preset emerges as the best balance between visual quality and performance. The 109 FPS average is smooth and responsive, and the minimum FPS of 93 ensures that frame times remain consistent. The High preset at 90 FPS is also playable, but it is closer to the edge of 60 FPS territory. The Ultra preset at 58 FPS is technically playable, but it dips below 60 FPS on average, which may be noticeable in a fast-paced sports game. For a consistent 60+ FPS experience at 1440p, Medium is the recommended preset.

At 3840x2160, the situation becomes more constrained. The Low preset at 96 FPS is the only option that provides a clearly comfortable margin above 60 FPS. The Medium preset at 69 FPS is the highest quality option that still averages above 60 FPS, making it the best choice for a playable 4K experience with some visual fidelity. The High preset at 57 FPS is borderline, and the Ultra preset at 37 FPS is not recommended for smooth gameplay, as it falls well below the 60 FPS target. For 4K, the data indicates that either Low for high refresh or Medium for a balanced experience are the only reasonable choices.

The data shows that the RX 6600, while capable at 1080p, struggles to maintain high frame rates at 4K on higher presets. The recommendation is to prioritize the Medium preset at 1440p for the best overall balance, or the Medium preset at 4K if visual quality is paramount. At 1080p, users can afford to use the High preset with confidence, as the performance headroom is substantial.

FAQ

Q: What is the maximum average FPS this combo can achieve in Undisputed?

A: The highest measured average FPS is 210, achieved at 1920x1080 with the Low preset. This is far above the refresh rate of most standard monitors, indicating a massive performance ceiling at this resolution.

Q: Is the AMD Radeon RX 6600 able to handle 4K gaming in this title?

A: Yes, but with limitations. At 4K, the average FPS ranges from 96 on Low to 37 on Ultra. The Medium preset, at 69 FPS, is the highest quality setting that maintains an average above 60 FPS, making it the only recommended preset for a smooth 4K experience.

Q: How does the 1080p Medium preset compare to the 1440p Medium preset?

A: The average FPS drops from 151 at 1080p to 109 at 1440p, a decrease of 42 FPS. The minimum FPS also drops from 128 to 93, showing that the performance hit is consistent across the board.

Q: Does the Ryzen 9 7900X bottleneck the RX 6600 in this game?

A: The data suggests it does not. The frame rate scaling between resolutions follows a pattern typical of a GPU bottleneck. The CPU has a high average benchmark score and a 91st percentile ranking, indicating it has ample processing power to feed the GPU, which is the limiting factor.

Q: What is the best preset for a high-refresh 1080p monitor (144Hz)?

A: The High preset, with an average of 125 FPS, is the best choice. It provides a significant visual improvement over Low and Medium while still delivering a frame rate that is close to 144 FPS. The Ultra preset at 80 FPS would also work, but with a larger margin of error.

Q: At what resolution does the combo fail to reach 60 FPS on the High preset?

A: At 3840x2160, the High preset averages 57 FPS, which is just below the 60 FPS mark. At 2560x1440, the High preset averages 90 FPS, so it is only at 4K that this preset becomes sub-60 FPS.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The complete set of measured frame rates provides a granular view of the combo's performance. At 1920x1080, the results are as follows: the Low preset averages 210 FPS, the Medium preset averages 151 FPS with a minimum of 128 FPS and a maximum of 173 FPS, the High preset averages 125 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 80 FPS. These numbers show a clear and steady decline in performance as settings increase, with the gap between Medium and High being 26 FPS, and the gap between High and Ultra being 45 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the performance drops accordingly. The Low preset averages 151 FPS, which is 59 FPS lower than at 1080p. The Medium preset averages 109 FPS, with a minimum of 93 FPS and a maximum of 125 FPS. The High preset averages 90 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 58 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p results in a loss of 40 FPS on Medium, 35 FPS on High, and 22 FPS on Ultra, indicating that the higher presets are relatively less demanding on the GPU's pixel throughput.

At 3840x2160, the results are the most demanding. The Low preset averages 96 FPS, which is a 55 FPS drop from 1080p. The Medium preset averages 69 FPS, with a minimum of 59 FPS and a maximum of 79 FPS. The High preset averages 57 FPS, and the Ultra preset averages 37 FPS. The transition from 1440p to 4K on the Medium preset incurs a 40 FPS loss, while on the High preset it is a 33 FPS loss. The Ultra preset sees a 21 FPS loss from 1440p to 4K, resulting in a frame rate that is barely playable.

The data reveals that the most significant performance jumps occur between the Medium and High presets, as well as between the High and Ultra presets. For example, at 1080p, moving from High to Ultra costs 45 FPS, which is a 36% reduction. At 4K, the same move costs 20 FPS, a 35% reduction. This suggests that the Ultra preset is particularly heavy on the GPU, likely due to increased shading and post-processing effects. The Medium preset offers the most stable performance with the smallest margin of loss when increasing resolution.

GPU Role

The AMD Radeon RX 6600 is the central component in determining this combo's gaming performance. Its specifications, including 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus with 224.0 GB/s of bandwidth, are directly reflected in the measured FPS. The memory bandwidth is a critical factor at higher resolutions, where the GPU must access more texture and frame buffer data. The data shows that the RX 6600 can deliver high frame rates at 1080p, but its performance degrades significantly as the resolution increases, pointing to memory bandwidth as a potential limiting factor.

The GPU's clock speeds also play a role. With a base clock of 1626 MHz, a game clock of 2044 MHz, and a boost clock of 2491 MHz, the card is capable of reaching high frequencies under load. However, the sustained performance at 4K, where the average FPS on High is 57, suggests that the GPU is running at its limits. The 1792 shading units and 64 ROPs are tasked with processing the pixel data, and the measured performance aligns with the card's mid-range positioning, as evidenced by its 63rd percentile ranking among all GPUs.

The RX 6600's nearest rivals in the GPU benchmark database include the NVIDIA Quadro K6000, which has a nearly identical average score with a 0% deltaPct, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile, which is 0.1% slower. This places the RX 6600 in a specific performance tier. In Undisputed, this translates to a card that excels at 1080p and is capable at 1440p with settings adjustments, but it is not a 4K powerhouse. The 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for the game at these settings, as no VRAM-related issues are indicated in the measured data, but the card's overall compute power is what limits the higher presets at 4K.

The GPU's power consumption is rated at 132 W, which is modest, and its dual-slot design and single 8-pin power connector make it a straightforward installation. The data indicates that the card's performance in this game is consistent with its overall compute benchmark scores, such as its Passmark G3D score of 15096. The frame rates achieved are a direct result of the GPU's architecture and clock speeds, and the scaling from 1080p to 4K is a textbook example of a mid-range graphics card being pushed beyond its comfort zone at the highest resolutions.

CPU Role

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X plays a supporting role in this configuration, providing the processing power necessary to feed the GPU. With 12 cores and 24 threads, based on the Zen 4 architecture, this CPU is far more powerful than what a typical mid-range GPU pairing would require. Its high benchmark scores, such as a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 29300 and a Passmark multithread score of 51406, confirm its capability in multi-threaded workloads. However, in Undisputed, the frame rates are not limited by the CPU, as the GPU is the bottleneck.

The CPU's clock speeds, with a base of 4.70 GHz and a boost of 5.60 GHz, ensure that even single-threaded tasks are handled efficiently. The benchmark results show a strong single-thread score, such as 4238 in Passmark, which is crucial for game logic and physics. Yet, the measured FPS scaling suggests that the CPU is never waiting for the GPU to finish its work. At 1080p with the Low preset, the GPU is able to produce 210 FPS, and the CPU has no issue keeping up with that frame rate.

The Ryzen 9 7900X's 64 MB of L3 cache is another asset, as it helps reduce memory latency and improve data access speeds for the CPU. In a game like Undisputed, which is likely not heavily CPU-bound, this large cache provides a comfortable margin for any processing spikes. The CPU's 91st percentile ranking among all CPUs indicates that it is a top-tier processor, and its nearest rivals, such as the AMD EPYC 7313P (0.2% faster) and the Intel Xeon Phi 7290 (0.3% slower), are all high-performance parts.

The data shows that the CPU's role is to provide a stable foundation, ensuring that the GPU is the sole determinant of performance. There is no evidence of a CPU bottleneck, as the frame rates scale predictably with resolution and settings. The CPU's DDR5 memory support, with a dual-channel bus, further enhances its ability to feed data to the GPU without creating a performance gap. In summary, the Ryzen 9 7900X is an overqualified partner for the RX 6600 in this specific game, but it ensures that the system's performance is never held back by processor limitations.

How This Combo Ranks

In the global database of tested hardware combinations, this pairing of the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X and AMD Radeon RX 6600 has a specific standing. The combo ranks 2893 out of 3718 total tested combos for Undisputed. This places it in the lower half of all systems, which is expected given that the RX 6600 is a mid-range GPU. The rank is primarily determined by the GPU's performance, as the CPU is a high-end component that would typically be paired with a more powerful graphics card.

The 3718 total combos include a wide range of CPUs and GPUs, from entry-level to enthusiast-class hardware. A rank of 2893 indicates that this system is outperformed by a significant number of configurations, likely those with more powerful GPUs. However, the rank also shows that it is not at the very bottom, as there are 825 combos that are slower. The percentile, which is not directly given but can be inferred from the rank, would place this combo in the 22nd percentile, meaning it is faster than about 22% of tested systems.

This ranking is consistent with the GPU's own 63rd percentile ranking, but the combo's lower rank is due to the fact that the CPU is much more powerful than what is typical for this GPU. In the context of the benchmark database, the combo's rank is a result of the GPU's performance ceiling. The data shows that the RX 6600 is the limiting factor, and the high-end CPU does not boost the combo's standing because the game is GPU-bound at most settings. The rank of 2893 serves as a reference point, but it is the measured FPS data that provides a more actionable insight into the system's real-world capabilities in Undisputed.